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Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole Recipe with Delicious Berry Compote

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A comforting and easy overnight French toast casserole soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard and topped with a fresh berry compote. Perfect for effortless weekend brunches or busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups thick-cut brioche or challah bread, cubed
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • For the Berry Compote:
  • 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Cube about 8 cups of brioche or challah into 1-inch pieces. Spread evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 2 cups whole milk, ⅓ cup sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to submerge as many cubes as possible. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours.
  4. About 30 minutes before baking, combine 2 cups mixed berries, ¼ cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes until berries soften and release juice. For thicker compote, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 more minutes until glossy. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove plastic wrap from casserole, drizzle melted butter evenly over the top, and bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before spooning berry compote over individual slices and serving.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best custard absorption and to prevent sogginess. If the top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. The berry compote can be made thicker with cornstarch slurry. The casserole can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated before baking. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute milk and bread accordingly.

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